Communications Intern

Jun 3, 2024

Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc.
Knoxville, TN

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,000 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #59 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

For more than 50 years, JMT has worked with federal, state, and local agencies to provide professional infrastructure services that turn visions into reality for the betterment of our clients, communities, environment, and employee owners. JMT is committed to building long-lasting relationships with our clients and our internal teams. As an employee-owned firm, JMT empowers our team to learn, grow, and contribute.

Position summary: Responsible for assisting in conveying JMT’s internal and external messages.

Essential functions and responsibilities

Collaborate with and contribute to a small, creative team of communicators who impact local, regional, and corporate communications
Support the creation of multimedia content intended for internal and external platforms, including social media, the company website, and employee intranet
Assist in maintenance and upkeep of the employee intranet and corporate website.
Help maintain communications repositories
Ensure all communications align with the corporate written and visual style guides
Collaborate with subject matter experts on messaging opportunities
Support other communications functions, as needed

Nonessential functions and responsibilities

Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

Excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detai

Required Experience

  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate program, with a major in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field
  • Excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and other common tools and software for marketing and communications
  • Ability to work collaboratively with individuals

Qualifications preferred

  • Coursework in related field
  • Previous internship experience
  • Interest and knowledge in engineering, architecture, and construction (A/E/C) industry

Working Conditions

Work is performed within either a virtual or hybrid office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.